Motorcycle · Motorcycle controls
Which of these helps you keep proper control of a motorcycle?
Correct answer: Keeping your knees against the fuel tank.
Answer options
- ALetting your feet dangle below the footrests
- BKeeping your knees against the fuel tank Correct
- CResting your upper-body weight on your arms
Why
Holding the fuel tank lightly between your knees steadies you on the seat and helps you balance as the motorcycle leans and turns. Your feet belong firmly on the footrests, and your arms should stay relaxed and free to steer rather than prop up your body.
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Topic: Motorcycle controls License: Motorcycle
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